Cornish Banger Racers Conduct Annual Caravan Chaos

REDRUTH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 08: Banger racers towing old caravans compete in the annual Cornish Caravan Chaos at United Downs Raceway on August 8, 2010 near Redruth, England. The bizarre charity race, the highlight of the banger racers calendar which saw over 15 old caravans destroyed, coincides with the busy holiday season in Cornwall when roads in the county are often chocked with holidaymakers towing caravans. Banger racing is a popular contact motorsport, especially in the UK and Ireland - in which drivers of old and scrap vehicles race against one another around a dirt or tarmac race track, with the race won by the first car to the chequered flag, while deliberately attempting to destroy opposing vehicles. Traditionally banger racers, used the Ford Granada and Cortina in the 2-litre National Bangers class, but the lack of available cars now means the more modern Ford Mondeo is the car of choice. Some vehicle enthusiasts have objected to banger racing claiming it is responsible for the destruction of countless classic cars, such as old Rovers, Jaguars, and Fords. However many banger racers argue that the old cars they race are fit only for the scrap yard and are well beyond economic repair. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)